ICYMI — “It’s Called The Affordable Care Act, By The Way”

In case you missed it… Facing off in the first debate since the August special election in Ohio’s 12th Congressional District, Danny O’Connor took no prisoners, as he challenged Troy Balderson on his opposition to the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid expansion and protections for people with pre-existing conditions.

This is the most important takeaway from tonight. Troy Balderson will vote to take away protections for pre-existing conditions. #OH12pic.twitter.com/GG9Gy5ncSG

At that point, Balderson, responding to a question by O’Connor, said he would vote to repeal the Affordable Care Act, but would not end coverage for pre-existing conditions. “I have never once stated that I would not do that.”

“That’s a part of the Affordable Care Act,” O’Connor said.

Balderson said there is other legislation that could protect pre-existing conditions.

“It’s called the Affordable Care Act, by the way,” O’Connor said.

Congress, O’Connor said, is serving big pharma and insurance companies. “I don’t take any of their money. My opponent does. He’ll do whatever they tell him to do. When they come into my office, I’m going to throw them the hell out.”

Another moment highlighted the contrast between O’Connor and Balderson on health care: